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Port of Portugal Cove

CAPTD🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Portugal Cove

Portugal Cove is a pier facility located on the eastern Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland, Canada. It serves as a local harbor and landing point.

Background
Portugal Cove–St. Philip's is a rural seashore community located on the eastern Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The town is a bedroom community of the provincial capital of St. John's.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
67m

Region

Subdivision
CA-NL
Latitude
47.6333°
Longitude
-52.8500°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5941439 →
Wikidata
Q7232537 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.pcsp.ca →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CAPTD
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-3:30
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Portugal Cove?+
The approach to Portugal Cove is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bell Island Lighthouse at 3 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Salmon Cove Point (3 NM WNW), St. John's Harbour Range Front (7.2 NM ESE), Fort Amherst (8 NM ESE), Cape St. Francis (10.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Portugal Cove on?+
The Port of Portugal Cove is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in CA. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Portugal Cove?+
You can track vessels near Portugal Cove (CAPTD) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for CAPTD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Portugal Cove?+
The Port of Portugal Cove operates in the UTC-3:30 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.